Chocolate Nut Crumb Cake

Directions

1. 1
   While melting 1/3 cup of chocolate chips, grease and flour a 13 x 9-inch pan.
2. 2
   Combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Stir in pecans and 2/3 cup of chocolate chips.
3. 3
   Combine flour with soda and salt.
4. 4
   Cream the butter in a large bowl.
5. 5
   Gradually add sugar; cream until light and fluffy.
6. 6
   Add eggs, one at
7. 7
   a time, beating after each addition.
8. 8
   Blend in melted chocolate and vanilla.
9. 9
   At low speed, add dry ingredients, alternating with buttermilk.
10. 10
    Mix well after each addition.
11. 11
    Sprinkle with crumbs and bake at 375° for 30 to 40 minutes until cake springs back when touched in center.
12. 12
    Can be served with whipped cream.